When tyre labeling was introduced in 2012 we, as a company and individually fully embraced it's intentions and the significance it could have within the tyre industry. In other words, we thought it was a cracking idea! For decades the British tyre buying public had no gauge as to what was … [Read more...]
Wheel balancing, what’s all that about?
You may have noticed that every time, if you have been to a reputable tyre retailer, a wheel is removed for say a replacement or to have a repair made to a tyre, that the technician when they have fitted and inflated the tyre that he then … [Read more...]
Wheel Alignment: What, Why and Where!
There are many things to be considered when maintaining your vehicle, with tyre pressure, tread, oil levels, screen wash and fuel often springing to mind to ensure that it performs safely. An aspect not always on people’s radar however, is wheel alignment (or tracking as it’s also known), which is a … [Read more...]
TyrZ Congleton Has Donated Sensory Minions to Ruby’s Fund
Congleton-based charity Ruby’s Fund has received a donation of four tyre Minion models, handcrafted by the team here at tyrZ Congleton! We decided to create and donate the Minions after visiting the sensory centre to see the fantastic work that the charity do for the children in Cheshire. … [Read more...]
Silk FM Workplace of the Week- TyrZ Congleton
Our Congleton depot was recently selected as Silk FM’s Workplace of the Week by afternoon drivetime DJ Darren Antrobus. Darren visited the garage for a tour of the facilities in the build-up to our family fun day and official opening this Saturday, 10th November. He spoke to Judith Ritchie and Alex … [Read more...]
tyrZ Congleton Official Opening!
Calling on all local residents! You are invited to celebrate our official opening and enjoy a Family Fun Day at tyrZ Congleton, on Saturday 10 November, 10am to 2pm. The special event being held at our Antrobus Street garage will see Congleton Town Mayor, Councillor Suzie Akers Smith cut the … [Read more...]
Winter Tyres – Do we Really Need Them?
The temperature is dropping and many people are beginning to ask a very important question, are Winter tyres really worth it? Unlike other European countries, there is no legislation in the UK that requires Winter tyres to be fitted. However, it’s not just extreme weather conditions that can … [Read more...]
Tyre repairs, you just stick a patch on, don’t you?
Punctures, popped tyres, slow leaks! We've all had them. I used to quote a 1.4 every year, I still don't know where I got that statistic from? We repair many tyres every day, on all types of vehicles. The car and van repairs we carry out are … [Read more...]
Don’t take your van for granted!
Your caravan or camper is probably your pride and joy? An oasis of calm? A place to escape to? Your van might be gleaming, but what about your tyres? Chances are they have been sitting underneath waiting for you to climb aboard or be hitched up for another jaunt! But wait! How long have those … [Read more...]
Testing the Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac in the sun
A few years ago I was lucky enough to be flown to Portugal for the launch of Goodyears' new Wrangler Duratrac. Why this couldn't have been done in a muddy field in Cheshire I will never know! But, after all the fanfares and waffle we got to jump in some vehicles and try them out and, they are … [Read more...]